San José

$194+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO)

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SFO — SJO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$411
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$194
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$961
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From San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
One-way flight from San Francisco to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
High demand for flights, 24% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 7% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/266:00 amSFO - SJO
1 stop16h 28mJetBlue
Tue 12/315:01 amSJO - SFO
1 stop16h 17mJetBlue
Deal found 12/17$583
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:34 pmSFO - SJO
2 stops19h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/203:06 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop10h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$630
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:35 amSFO - SJO
1 stop7h 50mAvianca
Wed 1/157:50 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop18h 10mAvianca
Deal found 12/18$725
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/177:05 amSFO - SJO
2 stops11h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/249:55 amSJO - SFO
2 stops14h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16$741
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/176:50 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop18h 58mCopa Airlines
Tue 2/115:51 amSJO - SFO
1 stop19h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$773
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:30 amSFO - SJO
1 stop10h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/2012:35 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop13h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$831
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:57 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop33h 18mFrontier
Sun 1/511:38 amSJO - SFO
2 stops38h 43mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$868
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:00 amSFO - SJO
2 stops12h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/96:00 amSJO - SFO
2 stops14h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,061

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

12:44 am-12:57 pm

1 stop10h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/28

8:45 am-12:09 am

2 stops17h 24m

$411

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

12:44 am-7:08 pm

1 stop16h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

3:06 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop10h 18m

$420

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 2/19

10:34 pm-2:27 pm

1 stop13h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/5

1:26 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$468

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sun 2/2

1:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/18

5:05 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$501

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

7:00 am-11:57 pm

2 stops14h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/4

1:12 am-9:36 pm

2 stops22h 24m

$507

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 1/14

6:05 am-8:40 pm

2 stops12h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/21

9:55 am-10:35 pm

2 stops14h 40m

$598

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

7:13 pm-10:01 am

1 stop12h 48m

$194

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

11:56 am-11:18 am

2 stops21h 22m

$196

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

9:44 pm-11:59 am

1 stop12h 15m

$210

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 1/14

1:20 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$244

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to San José

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to San José in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
KAYAKPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
business-class.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-San José, San José Province flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-San José, San José Province flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to San José. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 39 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of $531). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to San José, San José Province at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to San José, such as JetBlue, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.7
Good
1,721 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.5
Good
1,930 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
3,279 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to San José, San José Province is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $420 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and Avianca, starting at $468 and $501 round-trip. Copa Airlines is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to San José, San José Province one-way?

    $194 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Copa Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $210 and $225, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province? While on average our users pay $716, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $582. The most popular route (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $285.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in San Salvador?

    San Salvador travelers tend to visit Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center more than anywhere else. Centro Historico de San Salvador, Catedral Metropolitana de San Salvador, and Monsenor Romero Center can be accessed by traveling approximately 19.7 mi, 19.7 mi, and 20.1 mi, respectively from San Salvador El Salvador Intl. Travelers can rent a car at San Salvador El Salvador Intl for an average daily rate of $39 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    The majority of Panama City visitors spend their time at Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, and Soberania National Park. Travelers on a layover in Panama City can visit Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, and Soberania National Park, by traveling 14.7 mi, 15.1 mi, and 18.4 mi, respectively after landing at Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Panama City can rent one for about $12 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Houston?

    If you're on a layover in Houston and looking for things to do, consider visiting Space Center Houston, Houston Zoo, or House of Blues Houston. Space Center Houston, Houston Zoo, and House of Blues Houston can be accessed by traveling approximately 33.5 mi, 18.9 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively from Houston George Bush Intcntl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Houston can rent a car from Houston George Bush Intcntl for about $45 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to San José, San José Province flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from San Francisco to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of $531). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$267Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$287Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$343Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$349Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$382Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$386Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$416Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$419Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$428Average$760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$555Average$713FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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